On Monday night at the Stade de France, Swedish pole vaulter Mondo Duplantis achieved a remarkable feat by successfully defending his Olympic title and setting a new world record in the process. The 24-year-old athlete expressed his lifelong dedication to this moment, stating that he felt a sense of peace and confidence that propelled him to victory.
Duplantis described his experience on the track as a wave of calmness, emphasizing that pole vaulting has been a passion since his childhood. His continuous pursuit of excellence has led to rewriting the history books, with six centimeters added to the world record in the past four-and-a-half years, a feat that previously took 23 years to accomplish.
His outstanding performance has garnered recognition from fellow athletes, including men's 100m champion Noah Lyles, who praised Duplantis for his remarkable achievements. The Swedish vaulter expressed his gratitude for the respect received from Lyles, highlighting the special camaraderie and sportsmanship that define the Olympic Games.
Despite his recent success, Duplantis remains focused on the present and is not actively contemplating breaking the world record again. However, he emphasized his unwavering hunger and motivation to continue striving for further accomplishments in his athletic career.
